Geez, just seeing her on that floor last night, so soon after having a cervical disc procedure was making me cringe!

I'm not sure exactly what she had done, but I had 3 cervical discs removed and replaced with titanim several years ago, and it resulted in my becoming disabled. So, believe me, when I see her back doing the things she was doing last night, I definitely said a HUGE prayer for her!!

I'm sure she is getting amazing therapy, and has great neck muscles, and probably only had the one disc and no other problems to deal with. In my case, my entire spine is deteriorating, so not much else can be done, and I'm in pain all the time-much like Paula Abdul.

But I just wanted to post to bring home how brave, and how remarkable it is to ME, at least, that this young lady is back on the dance floor, doing unbelievable moves, so soon after a neck surgery. I really REALLY hope she and her doctor know what they are doing and she doesn't suffer permanent damage. But I really think they have it under control! KUDOS, Karina, and I hope you have a WONDERFUL, REMARKABLE season! You are AMAZING!

• RE: Kudos to Karina for coming back so soon after surgery!!,NewFan, 12:07 PM, 03-18-08
• RE: Kudos to Karina for coming back so soon after surgery!!,MKitty, 12:16 PM, 03-18-08

I agree--really amazing. I was cringing every time she snapped her head left and right!

I felt the same way...I was really, really worried seeing her dance so soon after surgery. I hope she heals well....as she looked terrific out there.

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